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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration of a prior award finding 12% permanent disability for cervical and thoracic spine injuries. The Board rescinded the prior award, finding the medical opinion supporting the 12% disability was not substantial evidence as it unreasonably departed from AMA Guides criteria. Consequently, the Board issued a new award finding 0% permanent disability and no attorney fees.
MIGUEL ESPINOZA vs. SOUTHWEST AIRLINES, ACE AMERICAN INSURANCE is a workers' compensation case decided in San Francisco. This case addresses legal issues related to compensation claims, benefits, and court rulings.
It is commonly referenced in legal research involving workers' compensation laws in San Francisco.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration of a prior award finding 12% permanent disability for cervical and thoracic spine injuries. The Board rescinded the prior award, finding the medical opinion supporting the 12% disability was not substantial evidence as it unreasonably departed from AMA Guides criteria. Consequently, the Board issued a new award finding 0% permanent disability and no attorney fees.
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